Getting to the Heart of What Matters
Getting to the Heart of What Matters You may or may not know this...before becoming a Licensed Heal Your Life® Coach + Relationship Coach, I was an invasive Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT). Inspired by channels like [...]
Is the Pain of Staying the Same Greater Than the Pain of Change?
Is the Pain of Staying the Same Greater Than the Pain of Change? Author and life coach Tony Robbins has a famous quote that says: “Change happens when the pain of staying the same is [...]
Who’s Filling Your Shoes?
Who's Filling Your Shoes? One of the most common feelings we experience when our intimate relationships just aren’t working out is confusion. There are a variety of questions that flood our minds when we are [...]
Stay or Go? Yes or No? Are You Ready to Make Up Your Mind?
Stay or Go? Yes or No? Are You Ready to Make Up Your Mind? If you’re in a relationship that doesn’t feel good, and you find yourself asking the question, ‘should I stay or should [...]
Warning Signs That You’re Living Against Your Truth
Warning Signs That You’re Living Against Your Truth When it comes to romantic relationships, most of us have had the experience of seeing the ‘red flags’ for a certain person or relationship not being right [...]
Is Your Relationship Headed in the Right Direction?
Is Your Relationship Headed in the Right Direction? Did you know that for every degree (1°) a plane flies off course, for each mile flown, it will miss its intended target by 92 feet? That [...]
How to Free Yourself From Unnecessary Guilt
How to Free Yourself From Unnecessary Guilt Guilt is one of the worst feelings ever, and none of us likes it! I mean, who would? It’s an emotion that feels like a straight jacket and [...]
Freedom From Frustration & Uncertainty
Freedom From Frustration & Uncertainty In honor of the 4th of July – and liberty and justice for all – this month’s mindful message is all about freedom! And more specifically, how you can apply [...]
Self-Love Will Give You the Strength to Be Who You Are
Self-Love Will Give You the Strength to Be Who You Are Welcome to February! As we move through the ‘month of love’, my intention is to share ideas that will inspire and empower you to [...]
How to Calm the Fear of Making Changes in Your Relationship
How to Calm the Fear of Making Changes in Your Relationship Welcome to 2019! I hope you’re feeling inspired by the energy of a new chapter. Even though January 1 is simply one day later [...]
Are You Letting Go of the Old to Make Room for the New?
Are You Letting Go of the Old to Make Room for the New? Can you believe we’re already at the end of 2018?! It’s crazy how quickly time seems to pass! When our life circumstances [...]
The Greatest Gift of All
The Greatest Gift of All If you’ve ever wondered what the greatest gift of all is, I have the answer. It’s the gift of love, of course! Why is this the greatest gift? Because whenever [...]
Light Up Your Soul With Love
Light Up Your Soul With Love In the midst of a holiday season designed for love, light and celebration, many of us wind up feeling exhausted from spending too much time, energy and money on [...]
Open the Door to a Better Life
Open the Door to a Better Life This month’s theme of gratitude has given you a lot of food for thought, and I hope you found it as enjoyable as a Thanksgiving meal . I [...]
From Attitude to Gratitude
From Attitude to Gratitude If you live in the United States, you’re probably feeling excited about having an extra day or two off in honor of Thanksgiving. Yay for extra time off! That being said, [...]
Feeling Grateful for the Frustration in Your Relationship
Feeling Grateful for the Frustration in Your Relationship Have you ever been caught in a cycle of frustration with your partner that felt like you were spinning in circles and getting nowhere near a resolution? [...]
How Did You Become the Person You Are Today?
How Did You Become the Person You Are Today? Have you ever thought about what made you the person you are today? Our lives are shaped by every experience we have, from the time we’re [...]
Your Soul’s Path to Freedom in Your Relationship
Your Soul’s Path to Freedom in Your Relationship In honor of this month’s theme of celebrating freedom, I hope you’re ready to go deep! This week we’re going to talk about the close connection between [...]
Ready to Weed out the Weeds in Your Relationship?
Ready to Weed out the Weeds in Your Relationship? Have you ever heard of the analogy between planting physical seeds for material growth (such as a tomato plant) and planting mental seeds for personal growth [...]
How Do You Learn to Trust Yourself More?
How Do You Learn to Trust Yourself More? Do you trust yourself? If you have a hard time trusting others and/or feel stuck in a relationship you don’t want to be in, it’s worth asking [...]
Is No Communication Better Than “No” Communication?
Is No Communication Better Than “No” Communication? As a relationship coach, I get to hear all different types of ‘stories’ about how a good relationship has taken a turn for the worse, as well as [...]
Are the Voices in Your Head Dominating the Feelings in Your Heart?
Are the Voices in Your Head Dominating the Feelings in Your Heart? Do you ever wonder where the different voices in your head are coming from? Often having internal conversations that sound something like this: [...]
You Don’t Have to Wait for Sh*t to Happen for Shifts to Happen
You Don't Have to Wait for Sh*t to Happen for Shifts to Happen Spring has sprung! And one of the best things about this season is the spectacular example Nature shows us about growth, renewal [...]
Is There Something Missing From Your Relationship?
Is There Something Missing From Your Relationship? Being in a committed relationship that doesn’t feel quite right, but isn’t terrible, is a bit of a dilemma. In some ways, it may feel too good to [...]
Are You Lying to Yourself About Your Relationship?
Are You Lying to Yourself About Your Relationship? What’s the biggest lie you’ve ever told yourself? I was recently asked this question myself, and I had to stop and think about it. It didn’t take [...]
Do You Even Know What Love Means?
Do You Even Know What Love Means? As we wrap up the ‘month of love’, I feel inspired to ask you, do you even know what love means? That may sound like a silly question, [...]
Would You Rather Avoid Valentine’s Day?
Would You Rather Avoid Valentine’s Day? With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it’s hard to ignore the extra focus on romantic love. This can be a good thing if you’re feeling loveable and loving. [...]
Need More Clarity on Where Your Relationship is Going?
Need More Clarity on Where Your Relationship is Going? How is 2018 going for you so far? Are you (still) feeling inspired to make changes for the better and make this year your best one [...]
Are You Ready for a New & Improved Relationship in 2018?
Are You Ready for a New & Improved Relationship in 2018? Can you believe we’re already at the end of 2017?! It’s crazy how quickly time seems to pass! When our life circumstances and relationships [...]
Transforming the Darkness of Relationship Conflict Into Light
Transforming the Darkness of Relationship Conflict Into Light As we delve deeper into the month of December and the true meaning of this holiday season – love, light and celebration – may you remember that [...]
From Holiday Stress to Feeling Blessed
From Holiday Stress to Feeling Blessed Are you feeling what I’m feeling? Like this year is quickly coming to a close, and the hustle and bustle of yet another holiday season is already upon us?! [...]
From Funky Attitude to Peaceful Gratitude
From Funky Attitude to Peaceful Gratitude If you live in the United States, you’re probably feeling excited about having an extra day or two off in honor of Thanksgiving. Yay for extra time off! That [...]
You Can Feel Peace Even in the Midst of Chaos
You Can Feel Peace Even in the Midst of Chaos I don’t know about you, but in the last couple of months, I’ve noticed a lot of people (myself included) going through some serious struggles [...]
Prioritize Yourself
Prioritize Yourself If you’re like most women, you probably have a long to-do list to help you stay organized and on track with what needs your attention. As helpful as our to-do lists can be, [...]
How to Build Your Inner Strength for Effective Change
How to Build Your Inner Strength for Effective Change How many times have you said you were going to do something, only to find that 3 months later, you still haven’t done it? How many [...]
Is Your Relationship Getting Better or Worse?
Is Your Relationship Getting Better or Worse? If someone were to ask you today, “On a scale from 1-10, how do you rate your level of satisfaction in your marriage/romantic relationship?”, what would your answer [...]
Would You Marry Yourself? How to Say “I Do” to You!
Would You Marry Yourself? Hot on the trail of the strong response I received from my last blog on ‘How to Follow Your Heart’, I felt inspired to write this next message on the topic [...]
*How* to Follow Your Heart
*How* to Follow Your Heart ‘Follow your heart’ and ‘be true to your heart’ are phrases that are thrown around as if those are easy things to do. But if you don’t know *how*, it [...]
How to Use Guilt to Your Advantage
How to Use Guilt to Your Advantage ‘How do I deal with guilt?’ is a common question I hear from women who are struggling in their relationship and trying to decide whether to stay or [...]
Making Changes in Your Relationship Takes Courage!
Making Changes in Your Relationship Takes Courage! Do you ever wonder what it feels like to be on the other side of an unfulfilling relationship...one that’s more loving, respectful and aligned with your core values? [...]
How Does Your Soul Feel About Your Relationship?
How Does Your Soul Feel About Your Relationship? I hope you’re ready to go deep! Because this week we’re going to talk about the close connection between your romantic relationship and your soul’s calling, and [...]
In True Love, You Attain Freedom
In True Love, You Attain Freedom As promised in last week’s message, we’re picking up where we left off by talking about true love and how it directly relates to true freedom. So let’s consider [...]
Obligation vs. Freedom
Obligation vs. Freedom in Your Relationship Freedom is a hot topic this month in the United States! And it’s not just about the freedom and independence of our country (which is a beautiful thing!) – [...]
Freedom From Uncertainty in Your Relationship
Freedom From Uncertainty in Your Relationship In honor of the 4th of July – and liberty and justice for all – this month’s theme is all about freedom – and more specifically, how you can [...]
Trying to Avoid the Unavoidable?
Trying to Avoid the Unavoidable? If you and/or your partner have a habit of avoiding the conflict and pain in your relationship, and acting as if everything is okay when it’s not, this message is [...]
Setting Standards for Your Relationship
Setting Standards for Your Relationship I was recently talking with a client who’s been married for over fifteen years and has been unhappy most of that time. She married in her early twenties and admits [...]
Don’t Know What to Do Anymore?
Don’t Know What to Do Anymore? If you’re struggling in your romantic relationship and find yourself thinking “I don’t know what to do anymore...what can I do? Should I stay or should I go?”, you’re [...]
Afraid of Making a Mistake About Whether to Stay or Go?
Afraid of Making a Mistake About Whether to Stay or Go? Last month, I reached out to the Healthy Path to Love community and asked you to share you questions relating to the subject of [...]
Is It Love or Loneliness?
Is It Love or Loneliness? Let’s jump right in and get to the point. We’ll do that by letting Mandy Hale’s words lead the way: “Until you get comfortable with being alone, you'll never know [...]
How to Do More Than Just Survive Your Relationship
How to Do More Than Just Survive Your Relationship In last week’s message, we talked about how some people find themselves in a relationship that continually sucks the life out of them. If you can [...]
Here’s What You Can Do About Relationship Burnout
Here’s What You Can Do About Relationship Burnout If you’re feeling burned out in your romantic relationship, there’s a good reason for that. As obvious as that seems, what’s not obvious is why so many [...]
What Do You Want From Me?
What Do You Want From Me? When it comes to quality information on how to navigate the confusion of a troubled relationship and the predicament of ‘should I stay or should I go?’, I’ve got [...]
Have You Outgrown Your Relationship?
Have You Outgrown Your Relationship? One of my favorite quotes about romantic relationships is by Marianne Williamson: “Sometimes the lesson to be learned in a relationship is how to hang in there and try to [...]
There’s Nothing Wrong With You
There’s Nothing Wrong With You I was recently enjoying a walk on the beautiful coast of San Diego as a friend and I were talking about the various components and complexities of romantic relationships. Why [...]
Something Will Grow From All That You’re Going Through
Something Will Grow From All That You're Going Through You might be at a point in your relationship where you’re thinking about calling it quits. Or maybe you’re feeling frustrated with how it’s going, but [...]
A Healthy Relationship Doesn’t Drag You Down
A Healthy Relationship Doesn’t Drag You Down During this month’s theme of growth, I’m asking you to get outside of your comfort zone and inside your heart to answer some challenging questions about the health [...]
Staying Stuck Where You Don’t Belong
Staying Stuck Where You Don’t Belong As we move into a new month and a new theme for these mindful messages, I’d like you stop for a moment...take a deep breath...and ask yourself why you’re [...]
On a Scale of 1-10, How Much Pain Are You Tolerating?
On a Scale of 1-10, How Much Pain Are You Tolerating? This month, we’ve been diving deep into the depths of what causes conflict and pain in your romantic relationship, and exploring helpful questions and [...]
How Do You Know When Enough is Enough?
How Do You Know When Enough is Enough? It’s easy to fall in love, but when you fall out of love...not so easy! This doesn’t mean that you should run at the first sign of [...]
Your Relationship Problems Won’t Go Away Until…
Your Relationship Problems Won’t Go Away Until... If you’ve been struggling in your romantic relationship, you’re undoubtedly looking for a solution on how to make this problem go away. And rightfully so. I mean... Who [...]
A Woman’s Journey From Self-Betrayal to Self-Love
A Woman’s Journey From Self-Betrayal to Self-Love When it comes to the ideal romantic relationship, best case scenario, you and your partner have a healthy and loving relationship and live happily ever after. Worst case [...]
Learning How to Fall in Love With Yourself
Learning How to Fall in Love With Yourself This month, we’ve been focusing on the various forms of love and how the quality of your life and relationships improves as you choose to focus on [...]
Feeling Guilty About Valentine’s Day?
Feeling Guilty About Valentine’s Day? With Valentine’s Day just a few days away, it’s difficult to ignore the extra focus on romantic love. This can be a good thing…if you’re feeling loveable and loving. But [...]
Dreading Valentine’s Day?
Dreading Valentine’s Day? (podcast included) Here we are again...in the month February. It’s been coined as “the month of love”, and just like magic, romance is in the air and people are celebrating their love [...]
Is Your Relationship at the Beginning of the End
Is Your Relationship at the Beginning of the End? We’ve covered quite a bit on the subject of new beginnings this month. And now that the beginning of the new year (January) is coming to [...]
The Inside Out Approach to Change
The Inside Out Approach to Change Whew...we’ve been touching on some serious topics this month, haven’t we?: Getting clear on where your relationship is going and who the right partner is for you. How to [...]
Focus on Building the New, Not Fighting the Old
Focus on Building the New Instead of Fighting the Old January is all about new beginnings, and new beginnings require change. These mindful messages are designed to empower you and inspire you to make healthy [...]
Do you Know Where Your Relationship is Going?
Do You Know Where Your Relationship is Going? I hope the beginning of your new year is off to a strong start and you’re feeling inspired and ready to make changes for the better. You [...]
Out With the Old, In With the New
Out With the Old, In With the NEW Wow – we’re already at the end of 2016! It’s crazy how quickly time seems to pass, isn’t it?! When the circumstances of our lives and relationships [...]
Believe in the Magic of the Season
Believe in the Magic of the Season Happy holidays to you! Today is both Christmas Eve AND the first evening of Hanukkah, a time of magical celebrations for many. Whatever your holiday tradition may be, [...]
Love is the Light of Your Soul
Love is the Light of Your Soul In the midst of a holiday season designed for love, light and celebration, many of us wind up feeling exhausted from spending too much time, energy and money [...]
Open the Door to a Better Life
Open the Door to a Better Life This month’s theme of gratitude has given you a lot of food for thought, and I hope you found it as enjoyable as a Thanksgiving meal :-). I [...]
The Person You Are Today
The Person You Are Today Have you ever thought about what made you the person you are today? Our lives are shaped by every experience we have, from the time we are born all the [...]
How to Survive the Madness
How to Survive the Madness As you know, these mindful messages always focus on how to improve the health of your romantic relationship. And this one is no exception, but we’re going to take a [...]
Is Your Relationship Interfering With Your Life?
Is Your Relationship Interfering With Your Life? When it comes to the quality of your romantic relationship, have you ever noticed that it affects ALL areas of your life...your job, your health, your relationships with [...]
Is Your Relationship Driving You Insane?
Is Your Relationship Driving You Insane? If your romantic relationship doesn’t feel fulfilling, you owe it to yourself to honor what you need in this type of relationship and take action that will move you [...]
Actions Speak Louder Than Words
Actions Speak Louder Than Words This quote has been around for a long time and will always hold its truth. I’ve heard far more women speak these words than men...and they’re usually referring to their romantic [...]
Do You Love Yourself Enough to Take Action?
Do You Love Yourself Enough to Take Action? As I mentioned in last week’s message, in order to get through the pain of relationship conflict, you must take action through your willingness to feel your [...]
The Way Out Is Through
The Way Out Is Through We learn A LOT about ourselves when dealing with relationship conflict and the pain that comes with it! Nobody wants to experience pain, but we all do, and there’s really [...]
What Do Oprah, Brené Brown and Marianne Williamson Have in Common?
What Do Oprah, Brené Brown and Marianne Williamson Have in Common? If you need extra inspiration in your life right now, this message is for you. If you want to make changes in your romantic [...]
Do You Have the Courage to Do This?
Do You Have the Courage to Do This? The subject of courage has A LOT to it. And most of us would like more of it! So let’s get courageous and dive deeper into how [...]
5 Steps to Courageous Communication
5 Steps to Courageous Communication Have you ever had a moment when you’ve really wanted to say something to your romantic partner, but something stops you? Maybe you’re afraid that what you have to say [...]
How to Be Courageous in the Face of Uncertainty
How to Be Courageous in the Face of Uncertainty Do you feel certain about your romantic relationship? Many people don’t. Even in a healthy and fulfilling relationship, there’s no guarantee that it will stay that [...]
Just When She Thought There Was No Hope
Just When She Thought There Was No Hope If you’ve ever been in a long-term romantic relationship, you’re well aware that it’s bound to go through challenging times. Even in the healthiest of relationships, there [...]
8 Days of Inspired Action – Will You Join Me?
8 Days of Inspired Action - Will You Join Me? This month’s theme of hope gives us a lot to think about when it comes to a troubled romantic relationship! I know this is NOT [...]
What Relationship Zone Are You In?
What Relationship Zone Are You In? All relationships have their ups and downs, but romantic relationships are notorious for creating the biggest roller coaster rides of unexpected twists and turns. When you and your partner [...]
How Can You Bring Hope to a Hopeless Situation?
How Can You Bring Hope to a Hopeless Situation? Being in an unfulfilling romantic relationship that doesn’t have a clear solution for improvement can seem like a hopeless situation. If you’re in this predicament, you’re [...]
If You Stop Doing This, Freedom is Yours!
If You Stop Doing This, Freedom Is Yours! As we wrap up this month’s theme of freedom, I hope you’ve gained some new insights on what freedom means to you and how that relates to [...]
Obligation vs. Freedom
Obligation vs. Freedom You may have noticed that this month’s theme is focused on the topic of freedom, which is something we ALL want to experience in our lives, right? When hindered from freely expressing [...]
Is Your Soul Craving THIS?
Is Your Soul Craving THIS? At some point in our lives, we’ve all experienced aspects of an unhealthy romantic relationship. And no matter how you slice it, how you feel about your romantic relationship plays [...]
Waiting for Permission From Your Partner?
Waiting for Permission From Your Partner? Have you ever heard the response of “(s)he won’t let me” when inviting someone to a social gathering or event? Meaning, they use their significant other as their reason [...]
Does Your Relationship Embody Freedom?
Does Your Relationship Embody Freedom? In the United States, the 4th of July is a big holiday that represents freedom and independence. As much as I love having a “reason” to celebrate, freedom is worth [...]
The ABCs of Healthy Relationship Changes
The ABCs of Healthy Relationship Changes When your relationship is going smoothly, it’s easy to appreciate your partner and what you have together, right? And I’m guessing you also agree that when lack of harmony [...]
Do You Dread Going Home?
Do You Dread Going Home? If home is where the heart is, where is your home? Home is supposed to be a sanctuary...a place of comfort and relaxation where you can feel at peace with [...]
I’m Not Worthy, I’m Not Worthy!
I’m Not Worthy, I’m Not Worthy! Do you remember the ‘Wayne’s World’ skit from Saturday Night Live? And how Wayne and Garth would regularly claim “we’re not worthy, we’re not worthy” when something good was [...]
When a Loss is Actually a Gain
When a Loss is Actually a Gain Being in a romantic relationship that doesn’t feel quite right, but isn’t terrible, is a predicament. In some ways, it may feel too good to leave...but in other [...]
If You Could Change One Thing…
If You Could Change One Thing... If you could change one thing, what would it be? Part of my job as a relationship coach is to help people empower themselves by first getting clear about [...]
Does Your Relationship Have Purpose?
Does Your Relationship Have Purpose? Have you ever wondered why a romantic relationship is so high on most people’s wish list? Even for those who don’t plan on having children, most people yearn to share [...]
The Key to a Promising Future
The Key to a Promising Future If you’re in a romantic relationship that used to be fulfilling, but has unexpectedly gone from sweet to sour, you’re probably feeling confused and stressed out about what to [...]
Is It Time to Break Free?
Is It Time to Break Free? If you’ve been feeling stuck or frustrated in your romantic relationship, and you’re ready to change those negative patterns, you’re in the right place...keep reading. When a relationship takes [...]
Soulmate or Cellmate?
Soulmate or Cellmate? In last week’s message, we explored the question of how you define love in a committed relationship. If you haven’t already, I encourage you and your romantic partner to get clear on [...]
As Long as We Both Shall Love
As Long as We Both Shall Love If you and your partner are married, you probably remember your wedding vows including “as long as we both shall live”. Even if you’re not married, when you [...]
When Talking to Your Friends is NOT a Good Idea
When Talking to Your Friends is NOT a Good Idea If you have close friends, you’ll understand why I’m a huge fan of the benefits that come from strong and supportive friendships. And as women, [...]
Are You Experiencing Growing Pains?
Are You Experiencing Growing Pains? As we wrap up this month’s theme of growth and taking the necessary steps toward the goals you have for your romantic relationship (whatever those may be), I’d like to [...]
Is This YOUR Season of Growth?
Is This YOUR Season of Growth? I recently went out of town to surprise my mom for her 75th birthday, and when I returned to San Diego, I was amazed at how MUCH the trees around [...]
Despite the Darkness, There is Still Hope
Despite the Darkness, There is Still Hope With Daylight Savings Time starting tomorrow (for those who observe it), and as we transition from winter to spring, it’s a great time to share some ideas on [...]
Is It Time to Hit the Pause Button?
Is It Time to Hit the Pause Button? As we move into a new month and a fresh theme for these mindful messages, I’d like to ask you to take a moment to check in [...]
Self-Love is the Path to Peace
Self-Love is the Path to Peace If you’ve been practicing the exercises I shared this month (available here), I have no doubt you’re beginning to feel the positive effects in your life. And the good [...]
Having the Strength to Be Who You Are
Having the Strength to Be Who You Are As we move through the ‘month of love’, my goal is to share ideas that will inspire you to honor the various forms of love in your [...]
This Is the Beginning of a Life-Long Romance
This Is the Beginning of a Life-Long Romance While part of me thinks the idea of having a designated day for celebrating love seems a bit silly, I do appreciate the intention. So even if you’re [...]
You Totally Deserve This!
You Totally Deserve This! It’s February...so it’s difficult to ignore Valentine’s Day and the focus on romantic love. Which is great...if you’re feeling loveable and loving, right? But if you’re feeling disconnected and unfulfilled in [...]
Mindful Messages in Short & Sweet Doses
Mindful Messages in Short & Sweet Doses I know how busy life gets! We can’t always find time to do the things we want to do, even when we know that they’d enhance the quality [...]
When Feeling Unhappy, You Have 3 Choices
When Feeling Unhappy, You Have 3 Options Wow! There are some crazy good shifts going on in the world, and I’m feeling so excited about the positive impact they’re making. In just this month alone, [...]
An Empowering Metaphor You Don’t Want to Miss!
An Empowering Metaphor You Don't Want to Miss! With the surplus of messages being shared in our world, it’s sometimes difficult to wrap your head around all of the different viewpoints, isn’t it? I don’t [...]
Ready to Make Changes? Then What’s Stopping You?!
Ready to Make Changes? Then What’s Stopping You?! I hope you’re feeling inspired by the powerful energy of this new year...it’s gonna be a great one! Are you ready to make some healthy changes in [...]
Times Have Changed…Have You?
Times Have Changed...Have You? Welcome to 2016...a brand new year! For most people, the beginning of a new year is a welcome opportunity to wipe the slate clean and begin anew. Driven by the powerful [...]
Let Your Light SHINE!!
Let Your Light SHINE!! I hope you found this month’s mindful messages to be a source of encouragement and support throughout this holiday season. Remember, the true meaning of this season is all about love, [...]
The Greatest Gift of All
The Greatest Gift of All If you’ve ever wondered what the greatest gift of all is...I have the answer. It’s the gift of loving life! Not only do YOU benefit from this amazing gift, everyone [...]
Choose to Celebrate Life!
Choose to Celebrate Life! In the midst of this beautiful holiday season designed for love, light and celebration, many of us are distracted by the habits of society and fall into the trap of overspending…our [...]
Lighten Your Load This Holiday Season
Lighten Your Load This Holiday Season Are you feeling what I’m feeling? Like this year is quickly coming to a close, and the hustle and bustle of yet another holiday season is already upon us?! [...]
If You Want to Turn Your Life Around…
If You Want to Turn Your Life Around... Did you enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday? I hope so! Even though the holidays can sometimes create a sense of added stress, we can always find ways to [...]
In a Funk & Just Not Feeling the Gratitude?
In a Funk & Just Not Feeling the Gratitude? If you live in the United States or Canada, you’re probably feeling excited to have an extra day or two off this week in honor of [...]
Caught in the Spin Cycle of Frustration?
Caught in the Spin Cycle of Frustration? Last week, I talked about the increase in the number of couples who are finding themselves needing to face their painful issues. It seems as though the Universe [...]
Feeling Down About Your Relationship?
Feeling Down About Your Relationship? I don’t know about you, but in the last few months I’ve noticed A LOT of people going through some serious struggles in their romantic relationships. Whether it’s couples that [...]
Seasons Change…and So Do Relationships
Seasons Change…and So Do Relationships If you followed last month’s mindful messages about what unconditional love and commitment mean to you, and how to make peace with the current status of your romantic relationship, you [...]
Making Peace With the Reality of Your Relationship
Making Peace With the Reality of Your Relationship We’ve covered A LOT in this month’s mindful messages, and I know much of it has not been easy to digest. Some of the ideas I’ve shared [...]
What Happens When You Fall OUT of Love?
What Happens When You Fall OUT of Love? Anyone who’s ever been in a romantic relationship knows how easy it is to fall in love...and how incredible it feels! But what happens when you fall [...]
What Exactly Are You Committed TO?
What Exactly Are You Committed TO? Hot on the tail of last week’s mindful message about unconditional love, now is the perfect time to explore in more depth what your romantic relationship is all about. [...]
What’s the Deal With Unconditional Love?
What’s the Deal With Unconditional Love? As I wrapped up last month’s mindful messages on the importance of expressing your feelings and needs to your partner, I was already thinking about this month’s topic. As [...]
Feeling the Need to Get Your Needs Met?
Feeling the Need to Get Your Needs Met? One of the best things you can do for the health of your romantic relationship is effectively communicate your feelings and what you need from your partner. [...]
Is This Creating Conflict in Your Relationship?
Is This Creating Conflict in Your Relationship? If you made the commitment to practice last week’s exercise, I trust you’re beginning to truly understand the importance of getting in touch with your emotions. Nicely done! [...]
You Know Why, So Now What?
You Know Why, So Now What? Last week, we covered the significance of emotions and why it’s so important to get in touch with your feelings. You learned (or were reminded) that unexpressed feelings often [...]
Why Are Your Emotions So Important?
Why Are Your Emotions So Important? Clearing your mind and body of toxic emotions is as important for a healthy relationship as removing garbage from your home is for a clean and harmonious environment. Most [...]
Be Brave…I Know You Can Do It!
Be Brave...I Know You Can Do It! The subject of forgiveness has many facets and layers. This month’s mindful messages were designed to help stimulate new ideas on this hot topic, and perhaps make it [...]
Sometimes You Just Gotta F It!
Sometimes You Just Gotta F It! If you’re in a romantic relationship, chances are you’ve been hurt by your partner. Even when it's unintentional, it still stinks! And sometimes it’s really hard to let go [...]
Forgive or Simply Forget?
Forgive or Simply Forget? So tell me...after last week’s mindful message: - Are you feeling any differently about the concept of forgiveness? - Does your heart feel more open to the idea of letting go [...]
Forgiveness Made Easier
Forgiveness Made Easier This month, we’re continuing to stir up new thoughts and emotions with a new theme. This is good! When we stir things up, old ingrained habits and patterns start to loosen their [...]
Is Your BS More Important Than Freedom?
Is Your BS More Important Than Freedom? You deserve to be your best in your romantic relationship. You deserve to feel true love and freedom! That’s why these messages have been highlighting your BS (Belief [...]
I Got Called on My Own BS!
I Got Called on My Own BS! You may have noticed that the weekly mindful message did not show up last Saturday. I was planning on it...I had the best of intentions, but then life [...]
It’s All a Bunch of BS!!
It’s All a Bunch of BS!! Yes, you read that right. All of your thoughts, your decisions, the way you respond to your life circumstances...it’s all a bunch of BS! I’m talking about your Belief [...]
Now This…is TRUE Freedom!
Now This...is TRUE Freedom! If you live in the United States, today is all about celebrating our freedom as an independent nation. But even if you don’t, you know what freedom means and you can [...]
Are You Happy Now?!
Are You Happy Now?! Now that you’ve claimed your journey to becoming your best you (click here if you missed last week’s mindful message), the rest is smooth sailing...right? Well...maybe it’s not that easy! But [...]
Who ARE You?
Who ARE You? If I were face-to-face with you right now and asked “Who ARE you?”, what would your answer be? And what if I took it one step further and asked “Who do you [...]
How to Use Pain as a Tool for Empowerment
How to Use Pain as a Tool for Empowerment If you’ve ever been in a romantic relationship, chances are you’ve experienced emotional pain. And because romantic relationships typically spark the most passion, when damage has [...]
Relationships as a Tool for Spiritual Growth
Relationships as a Tool for Spiritual Growth We’re quickly moving into summer, a time of year that usually feels more playful and free. But if the current state of your relationship is creating a sense [...]
To Sum it All Up…
To Sum It All Up... Trust has been a key theme these past few weeks. And as we bring May to a close, I’d like to sum it all up in this week’s message. Actually, [...]
Do You Trust Yourself?
Do You Trust Yourself? Do you trust yourself? It may seem like a silly question, but when I hear people say they have a hard time trusting, I often wonder if they trust themselves. [...]
How Can I Learn to Trust More?
"How can I learn to trust more?” I’ve heard this question asked many times over the years, and usually by a woman. Personally, I think this is because women are taught to put themselves last. [...]
Trust the Process
Trust the Process As human beings, we often want things to be a certain way and we want it NOW. This is particularly true in our romantic relationship, especially if we’re not happy with its [...]
What’s the Point?
What’s the Point? In the midst of a challenge, do you ever ask yourself: What’s the point? Or maybe: Why am I doing this? Sometimes, the idea of ‘throwing in the towel’ feels less cumbersome [...]
#5 in My Top 5 Sources of INSPIRATION!
#5 in My Top 5 Sources of INSPIRATION! Are you ready to have your day brightened? I hope so! Not only have we arrived at the final #5 in my top 5 sources of inspiration, [...]
#4 in My Top 5 Sources of INSPIRATION
#4 in My Top 5 Sources of INSPIRATION The countdown (or shall I say up?) continues...and we are on #4 this week! I trust you’ve been finding these sources of inspiration helpful, and I hope [...]
#3 in My Top 5 Sources of Inspiration
#3 in My Top 5 Sources of Inspiration I hope you’ve been enjoying the highlights from my top 5 sources of inspiration. Even if you’re not currently experiencing challenges in your romantic relationship, the information [...]
#2 in the Top 5 Sources of Inspiration
#2 in the Top 5 Sources of Inspiration Spring is a season of new beginnings, new growth and a renewed sense of LIFE. This time of year often stimulates people to get rid of physical [...]
What’s in Your MiracleGro?
If you’re looking for more harmony in your romantic relationship, it’s important to keep the soil healthy for sowing the seeds of change. This week, I’m going to share with you how I do this; [...]
Planting the Seeds for a Harmonious Relationship
'Planting the Seeds for a Harmonious Relationship' Most of us have heard of the analogy between planting physical seeds for physical growth (such as a tomato plant) vs. planting mental seeds for personal growth (such [...]
Nature’s Seasons vs. Human Cycles
Nature’s Seasons vs. Human Cycles Spring has definitely sprung in Southern California! After recently visiting my dad in the midst of snow blizzards in Boston, I was delighted to come back to warm weather and [...]
Shine Some Light on Your Darkest Moments
Shine Some Light on Your Darkest Moments With Daylight Savings Time starting tomorrow (for the countries that observe it), and as we transition from winter to spring, it’s a great time to share some ideas [...]
Shift Happens
Shift Happens Imagine this...two caterpillars were crawling along a tree branch one day when a butterfly flew overhead. One caterpillar said to the other, “You will never get me up in one of those things.” [...]
Awaken Your Inner-Champion
As we move through the ‘month of love’, my goal is to share ideas that will inspire you to honor the various forms of love in your life even if your romantic relationship isn’t currently [...]
With Love From Me to You
With Love From Me To You While part of me thinks the idea of having a designated day for celebrating love seems a bit silly, I do appreciate the promotion of love. Even if you’re [...]
How Will YOU Celebrate the Month of Love?
There’s a lot of emphasis on celebrating love in February. Which is great...if you’re feeling loveable and loving! But if you’re feeling disconnected and unfulfilled in your romantic relationship, Valentine’s Day might be a celebration [...]
Listen to Your Head AND Your Heart
Listen to Your Head AND Your Heart Do you ever wonder where the different voices in your head are coming from? Do you often have internal conversations that sound something like this: Voice #1: "Am [...]
I, I, I…It’s All About Me
- How many times have you said you were going to do something, only to find that 3 months later, you still haven’t done it? - How many times have you and your partner argued, [...]
Is A Healthy Relationship on Your Radar?
Is a Healthy Relationship on Your Radar? Did you know that for every degree (1°) a plane flies off course, for each mile flown, it will miss its intended target by 92 feet? That may [...]